Friday, November 11, 2005

Song Dynasty style teaware

Doesn't it look great! Do you know what they are? The black Tian Mu bowl is still used in Japan for green tea. Tian Mu bowls were invented during the Sung dynasty, but this particular one was made in Fujian later on, during the early Qing dynasty. It's one of my latest buys.

The other artefact, as you can see on the picture, was used to pour hot water into the bowls. More some other time...

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My name is Stéphane Erler. I live in Taiwan since 1996 and have been studying tea with Teaparker. He's a worldwide tea expert and author of over 30 tea books. The study of tea isn't just theoretical, but it's also rooted in daily practice. It's a path of continuous improvement. As my brewing technique improves I get access to better teas and better accessories. These things go hand in hand. My blog documents my learning since 2004. And I have set up an online tea boutique with my selection of top quality teas, accessories and tea culture.